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Expert Legal Support for Life-Changing Injuries
A serious or life-changing injury can affect every aspect of your life, your health, your work, your independence and your future.
At Battens Solicitors, we understand the physical, emotional and financial challenges you may be facing following a life-changing injury and we are equipped and ready to provide clear, pragmatic advice and strong legal support, helping you access the compensation and care you need to move forward with confidence.
Supporting You After a Serious Injury
We represent individuals who have suffered significant and life-changing injuries as a result of accidents or negligence, including:
- Head and brain injuries
- Spinal cord, neck and back injuries
- Amputations
- Multiple or complex fractures
- Serious orthopaedic injuries
- Injuries resulting in long-term disability or chronic pain
Whether your injury occurred at work, on the road, in a public place or as a result of medical negligence, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.
Head and Brain Injury Claims
Head and brain injuries can have a profound and lasting impact, not only on the individual but also on their loved ones.
We have experience in supporting clients in claims for compensation for pain, suffering and loss of amenity and for financial loss associated with:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
- Concussions and post-concussion syndrome
- Cognitive and behavioural changes
- Memory loss and reduced capacity
- Rehabilitation and long-term care needs
We take the time to understand how your injury affects your day-to-day life and future, ensuring your claim reflects both immediate and long-term needs.
We are experienced in reading between the lines and therefore in identifying consequences of injury that you might not yet have realised you are suffering with. We often communicate with family members and friends for further assistance in working out what ought to be included in your claim and what you therefore ought to be compensated for.
How We Help You Rebuild Your Life
Our approach goes beyond legal advice. We aim to secure the resources you need to support your recovery and return to independence, including:
- Access to early rehabilitation and specialist medical care
- Contribution as the claim continues to account for ongoing loss of earnings and future income
- Funding for ongoing care, therapy and support
- Adaptations to your home or living arrangements
- Specialist equipment and mobility aids
We work collaboratively with medical experts, case managers, treatment providers and financial experts to build a comprehensive claim that supports your long-term wellbeing and ensures that you are returned, insofar as you can be, to the position that you would have been in had the accident not happened.
A Personal and Supportive Approach
We recognise that no two injuries, or recoveries, are the same. At Battens Solicitors, we provide:
- The appropriate level of expertise and understanding to ensure that every case is given the care and attention it requires
- Clear, straightforward communication
- A compassionate, client-focused service
- Regular updates and transparency throughout your claim
- A flexible approach tailored to your circumstances
Our focus is on reducing stress and giving you confidence in the process, so that you can focus on your recovery.
Why Choose Battens Solicitors?
- Experienced: Our Personal Injury team has extensive expertise in handling complex, high-value serious injury claims.
- Transparent: We are open and honest about your case, your options and your costs from the outset.
- Collaborative: We work with trusted specialists to strengthen your claim and support your rehabilitation.
- Nurturing: We understand the wider impact of serious injuries and provide support with empathy and care.
- Local and Trusted: Based in the South West, we are proud to support individuals and families across the region and further afield.
Funding Your Claim
We understand that financial concerns can add to the pressure you are already facing.
Depending on your circumstances and our assessment of the likely outcome of your claim, we are willing to consider representing you on a conditional fee (no win, no fee) basis but we will consider all possible funding options at the outset and provide clear guidance on what might be the best option for you.
Whatever funding option is chosen, we will ensure that you fully understand the implications before anything is signed and before your claim is started so that there will be no surprises.
Our aim is to ensure you can access legal support without unnecessary financial risk.
Speak to Our Personal Injury Team
If you or a loved one has suffered a serious or life-changing injury, our experienced team is here to help you move forward. Contact us today to discuss your situation in confidence and find out how we can support you.
FAQs
How much compensation could I receive?
Compensation depends on the severity of your injuries, their long-term impact and your financial losses. We will provide a clear assessment based on your individual circumstances as early in your claim as it is possible to do so.
How long will my claim take?
Serious injury claims can take time, particularly where long-term medical needs must be assessed, and a lot of expert opinions are needed. We will keep you fully informed and seek interim payments where possible to assist with financial commitments until the claim can be concluded.
Can I claim on behalf of someone else?
Yes. If a loved one lacks capacity due to a severe injury, you may be able to act on their behalf. We are well-versed in pursuing claim on instruction from someone other than the injured person themselves and therefore in advising clients of all the implications that pursuing a claim on that basis will entail.